Canvas Print : Scott / Lunar Corona / 1911
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Scott / Lunar Corona / 1911
Scotts last expedition - he was beaten to the South Pole by Roald Amundsen. Scott did not make it back. Lunar corona over their camp
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Media ID 619500
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Amundsen Beaten Chimney Corona Exploration Lunar Polar Pole Roald Scott
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Introducing the captivating "Scott / Lunar Corona / 1911" Canvas Print from Media Storehouse, featuring this historic image from Mary Evans Picture Library. This evocative photograph, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the heroic age of Antarctic exploration. Witness the haunting beauty of the lunar corona, a rare and mesmerizing astronomical phenomenon, as it casts an ethereal glow over Sir Robert Falcon Scott's expedition camp. Taken in 1911, this image is a poignant reminder of Scott's last expedition, where he and his team were beaten to the South Pole by Roald Amundsen. Tragically, Scott and his companions did not make it back. Bring the enchanting allure of the polar regions into your home or office with this exquisite canvas print. Its vibrant colors and high-quality finish will ensure that this captivating image remains a conversation starter for years to come. Order yours today and let the story of Scott's heroic endeavor inspire you every day.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the desolate beauty and harsh conditions experienced by Sir Robert Falcon Scott and his team during their fateful Antarctic expedition in 1911. The image, titled "Scott's Last Expedition - The Camp of the Disappointed," depicts Scott and his men huddled around a makeshift chimney in their camp, located near the South Pole. The haunting backdrop of the lunar-like corona adds an otherworldly quality to the scene. Scott and his team, including Edgar Evans, Lawrence Oates, and Edgar Marshall, had set out to reach the South Pole and plant the British flag, but they were beaten to the finish line by their Norwegian rivals, Roald Amundsen and his team. Tragically, Scott and four of his men did not make it back from their return journey. They perished in the extreme cold, just 11 miles (18 kilometers) from the One Ton Depot, which could have saved their lives. The lunar corona, a ring of solar particles that surrounds the sun during a solar flare, is an intriguing addition to this historical photograph. The ethereal glow of the corona seems to cast an eerie light over the camp, as if the sun itself is bearing witness to the events that unfolded that fateful day. This image serves as a poignant reminder of the courage and determination of Scott and his team, as well as the unforgiving and otherworldly nature of the Antarctic landscape." This photograph is a powerful and moving testament to the history of polar exploration and the human spirit's enduring desire to push the boundaries of the unknown. It is a must-have for any collection of historical or polar exploration imagery. Mary Evans Picture Library is proud to offer this rare and evocative image for use in historical, educational, or artistic projects. Please contact us for licensing information and to discuss your specific needs.
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